#hikerchat - Staying Organized

MissouriHowell

replying to @rscottjones @rscottjones A2: Different files on the computer for stuff. #hikerchat

KovasP

replying to @rscottjones @rscottjones A2 I'm a list man, plus printed maps and any other info in a trip folder #hikerchat

kevinspocket

replying to @rscottjones @rscottjones A2: I have a notebook with pages and pages of lists, most notably potential hikes by state/county #hikerchat

TheHikingDiva

replying to @rscottjones @rscottjones A2 I try to keep less freq used gear in spare room upstairs but rest of stuff ends up in den for ease of reloading #HikerChat

JasonCleghorn

A2. I have a system. I have a laminator as well for keeping paper map dry. I use @theAMAllison system to a T.… https://t.co/g7mVgMwo5r

Kootenaicountry

replying to @rscottjones @rscottjones A2: "hey remember that stuff we forgot to bring last time? Let's remember it this time" "What stuff?"… https://t.co/vJW17MlQ1u

Mrs_Roadrunner

replying to @rscottjones @rscottjones a2 i do write down stuff, then forget where i put it ha, i put stuff on the computer - again forget wh… https://t.co/vld0Xf7Us0

shawnmanogue

replying to @rscottjones @rscottjones A2 In large zip lock bags labeled #Hikerchat

Todd_the_Hiker

replying to @rscottjones @rscottjones A2. For big trips I always make both digital & physical copies of maps, guides, documents, passes, etc. #HikerChat

mjn126

A2: 1) Google maps (so useful) 2) journal with details from things passed by on the road 3) google docs/sheets… https://t.co/I6hrQ4MriG

t_jh2009

replying to @rscottjones @rscottjones A2) I carry a folder of various information organized by date & time along with me on most trips. #HikerChat

XVCrosstrek

replying to @rscottjones @rscottjones A2: I use a notebook to plan trips. During trip I record what broke/wore out & what worked well. Saves… https://t.co/31T2ytPJOi

TKoutside

replying to @rscottjones @rscottjones A2: often print out trail maps and write extra info on back of that paper. Then put in zip lock. No ba… https://t.co/GrFApfWwDt

99Boulders

replying to @rscottjones @rscottjones A2. Find a good map and hold onto it like it's precious. Also take a photo of it for good measure #hikerchat

Audg007

replying to @rscottjones @rscottjones A2: my phone. If that goes out then..well I'm screwed #Hikerchat

BondLouise

replying to @rscottjones @rscottjones A2: I've been using excel to make lists lately. #hikerchat

TaigaAdventures

replying to @rscottjones @rscottjones A2. I have a gear list broken down into gear for all trips and then add ones depending on activity. #hikerchat

XVCrosstrek

replying to @rscottjones @rscottjones A2 (pt. 2): I also do a lot of planning/plotting directly on topo maps. They become great records/souvenirs of trips #HikerChat

AvenzaMaps

replying to @rscottjones @rscottjones A2 .The notes app on my phone is like my second brain! It helps me so much #hikerchat

bushwhackingfoo

replying to @rscottjones @rscottjones A2. I don't. That is strewn all over the place . I think I need a personal assistant. #hikerchat

MelodramaBabs

A2 #hikerchat
while planning:google docs (and bits of disorganized paper)

on trip: ziplock bags with printed notes https://t.co/bSvmQgYyyi